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2009 Ford Explorer and 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 3,076 mm | -1 mm |
| Length | 4,912 mm | 5,088 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,872 mm | 1,920 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,849 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,135 kg | 2,381 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 98 L | -13 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,031 mm | 982 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 1,003 mm | 936 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 978 mm | -28 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 1,283 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 864 mm | 22 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,891 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 405 L | -20 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 1,240 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 2,359 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer
| 2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
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